Buses replace trains between Headcorn and Ashford International on Sunday 15 February
Engineering work details
Starts Sunday 15 February 2026 to Sunday 15 February 2026
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Southeastern between London Charing Cross and Ramsgate / Dover Priory (via Tonbridge)
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Headcorn and Ashford International, closing all lines.
Accessible replacement buses will run between Headcorn and Ashford International calling at Pluckley.
Paddock Wood Line:
Trains between London Charing Cross and Ramsgate / Dover Priory via Tonbridge will run hourly, and be diverted between London Bridge and Ashford International to run via Maidstone East, calling additionally at Otford (for connections to / from Sevenoaks) and Maidstone East. A part of the train will run between Ashford International and Dover Priory only, calling at all stations. Additional trains will run between London Charing Cross and Headcorn.
Check before you travel:
You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner
Replacement bus travel advice:
For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.
You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.
Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.
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